Jan Ullrich's problems of recent years have been well documented, with relationship breakdown and substance abuse seeing his life spiral out of control and coming to the attention of the police in both Spain and Germany for unsavoury incidents.
However, after periods in rehab the 1997 Tour de France winner seems to have come out the other end of his problems and is also doing some cycling. If the prices he's now charging for a four-day cycling trip in France are anything to go by, Ullrich is in top form.
This summer he is going back to the roads of France, where he made his name, to bring a group of cyclists on a four-day guided trip, taking in Mont Ventoux and the surrounding region. Anyone who wants to go on the trip has to apply for a place. There will be a maximum of 12 paying guests allowed on the trip and each one will pay a whopping €20,000 for the pleasure - that's €240,000 in four days if it sells out.
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The trip takes place from July 13th to 16th in the beautiful region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur" according to Ullrich's website.
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"There are four highly exclusive exciting days with all imaginable support, including racing bikes or e-bikes, at this international event for cycling enthusiasts and business people.
"The highest mountain in the region is Mont Ventoux at 1,912m. Enjoy the beautiful flat stages in the region with Jan Ullrich and climb the mountain ascent to Mont Ventoux. With his many years of experience, especially the Tour de France, Jan Ullrich will give you some helpful tips on these journeys and stages and will certainly also report on some experiences from his cycling career.
"The daily trips are carried out in a highly professional manner with a sports director. At the same time, the Tour de France 2023 is taking place in France, which is why Jan reviews the daily stages every evening with all participants."
"This year's hotel will be one of the most exclusive and beautiful resorts in southern France. The overnight stays and the stay are in this top-class luxury hotel with spa and pool area, as well as all food and drinks included.
"On some days, dinner also takes place in different restaurants outside the hotel. Lunch or coffee breaks are planned individually in our bike tours. The hotel is approximately 30 minutes from Avignon Airport and 45 minutes from Marseille Airport. A shuttle service takes you from the airport to the hotel."
